Hello doctor. I have been lifting dumbbells since age 14. And am not that tall too. So I have a doubt whether lifting the dumbbell too early damaged my growth plates and stunted my growth. Kindly clarify me Doctor. Thank you.

Dr. Prakhar SinghGeneral Physician9yrs exp

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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. One of the biggest myths about weight lifting is that it stunts your growth. No studies have ever been shown that lifting weights stunts or inhibits growth. But, as with any exercise program, if you do too much too soon, physical problems can occur no matter how old the person doing the exercise is. Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.  

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